The arrival of OnePlus Watch 2 has aroused great interest in the world of smartwatches, not so much for aesthetic innovations, but for its prominent technical features, such as two processors and the operating systems it runs. This device is positioned ahead of its competitors, but it is not the only one dominating the scene. The features of the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, launched months earlier, make it emerge as a worthy rival with a similar price.
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro vs OnePlus Watch 2: comparison of titans
Design and resistance
Both smartwatches boast a water resistance of 5 ATM, IP68 protection and are made of stainless steel. However, OnePlus goes further with MIL-STD-810H certification, offering greater durability and shock resistance. Furthermore, its display is protected by sapphire crystal, compared to Xiaomi's Gorilla Glass 5, adding an extra layer of resistance. Despite this, the OnePlus Watch 2 manages to be lighter, weighing just 49 grams versus the Xiaomi's 54,5 grams, not counting the straps.
Performance and operating system
The beating heart of the OnePlus Watch 2 is made up of two processors, Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 and the BES2700 MCU, the latter dedicated to improving autonomy in energy saving mode. Xiaomi, on the other hand, mounts the latest Snapdragon W5 + Gen 1, guaranteeing slightly higher performance. Both smartwatches feature 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, providing ample space for apps and data. As for operating systems, both run Wear OS 4, but the OnePlus also includes RTOS for more energy efficient features.
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Autonomy
Here the OnePlus Watch 2 excels, offering up to 12 days of battery life with the RTOS e operating system 100 hours with Wear OS, surpassing the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro which stops at 65 hours with Wear OS and 55 hours in the LTE version.
Connectivity and functionality
Both support 5 WiFi, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS and QZSS, with the difference that Bluetooth is more advanced on the Xiaomi (5.2 versus the OnePlus' 5.0). Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro also offers the connectivity LTE in one variant, an advantage for those seeking greater independence from the smartphone. In terms of functionality, both watches are equipped to monitor sleep, stress, breathing quality and much more. Xiaomi stands out for its functionality composition corporeal, giving users an additional metric to monitor their health.
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro vs OnePlus Watch 2: technical specifications compared
| Specifications | OnePlus Watch 2 | Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions and weight | 47,0 x 46,6 x 12,1 mm, 49 grams (without strap) | 47,6 x 45,9 x 11,8 mm, 54,5 grams (without strap) |
| Screen | 1,43″ with resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, AMOLED panel, 326 ppi, 1000 nits brightness and sapphire glass | 1,43″ with resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, AMOLED panel, 326 ppi, 600 nits brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 + BES2700 MCU | Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 |
| RAM and storage | 2 GB + 32 GB | 2 GB + 32 GB |
| Sensors | Optical heart rate sensor, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), accelerometer, gyroscope, electronic compass, barometer and ambient light sensor. Bio-impedance in the Xiaomi | Additional bio-impedance compared to OnePlus Watch 2 |
| Sporty ways | Over 100 sports ways | 150 sports ways |
| Connectivity | WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5 (OnePlus) or 5.2 (Xiaomi), NFC, GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo and QZSS. | Additional LTE compared to OnePlus Watch 2 |
| Functions | Sleep monitoring, inactivity, stress, breathing quality, menstrual cycle, pedometer and calories, calls, voice assistant, among others. | Additional body composition compared to OnePlus Watch 2 |
| Resistance | MIL-STD-810H, IP68 protection and 5 ATM resistance | IP68 protection and 5 ATM resistance |
| Battery | 500 mAh with up to 12 days of battery life with RTOS (power saving mode) or 100 hours with Wear OS (full features) | 495 mAh with autonomy for 65 hours (BT variant) or 55 hours (LTE variant) |
| Operating System | Wear OS 4 + RTOS | Wear OS 4 (after update) |
| Price | 329,99 € | €269,99 (Bluetooth), €329,99 (LTE) |
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